Tufts University's Thomas on the Surge in Student Voting

The video discusses a study that merges college enrollment and voting records, creating a database of 10 million student records over four federal elections. It highlights a significant increase in college student voting rates from 2014 to 2018, with demographic insights showing higher participation among women, particularly African American and Hispanic women. The video also addresses voting suppression issues and the importance of convenience in voting. It concludes with qualitative insights into what motivates students to vote, including candidate appeal and key issues like the environment and immigration.

What unique approach did the study take to analyze college student voting?

How did the college student voting rate change from 2014 to 2018?

What demographic factors influenced college student voting rates according to the study?

What changes occurred in Florida regarding polling locations on college campuses?

What role did convenience play in college students' voting behavior?

How did campus administrators respond to the low voting rates among college students?

What were some of the motivating factors for college students to vote in 2018?